1986 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1959 Citroen DS
To start off, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen DS weights approximately 228 kg more than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75.
Because 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Citroen DS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 (146 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1959 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | 75 | DS |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 63 L |
